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Chelsea Clinches Club World Cup as Trump Keeps Original Trophy

President Trump’s decision to keep the original trophy has drawn scrutiny over FIFA’s handling of the inaugural 32-team event

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Donald Trump behält die originale Trophäe der Klub-WM im Oval Office.
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Overview

  • Chelsea defeated Paris Saint-Germain 3:0 in the final at MetLife Stadium and earned $114.54 million in prize money
  • President Trump will retain the original trophy in the Oval Office after FIFA commissioned a replica for Chelsea
  • Under owner Todd Boehly, Chelsea’s €1.6 billion transfer spending and 46-player squad exemplify concerns over football’s commercialization
  • The final drew 1.72 million German TV viewers for the first half, lagging behind concurrent women’s European Championship coverage
  • PSG’s João Neves received a late red card for violent conduct, highlighting disciplinary flashpoints in the tournament